Spot the signs of exploitation

Online commodities – receiving game currency and other gifts within games
Gifts/possessions/money they can’t explain
Changes in mood or character
Children who look frightened in the company of other children or adults, or of places
Being secretive
Under the influence of drugs/alcohol
Weapon carrying
Allows others to speak for them when addressed directly
Sexual behaviour unusual for age
Their physical appearance may show signs of injury, malnourishment and maybe unkempt
Staying out late/at night/missing episodes
Spending time with older people/vulnerable people/antisocial groups/older boyfriend/girlfriend
Criminal behaviour such as shoplifting/selling drugs etc.
They could be receiving excessive texts or phone calls
Feeling isolated/withdrawn/self-harm
Aggression

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